Discover energy trends, innovations, and challenges, including renewables and sustainability.
Energy
Meta Platforms Inc. is actively seeking proposals from nuclear energy developers to supply between 1 and 4 gigawatts of nuclear-generated electricity for its U.S. data centers, aiming for operational capacity by the early 2030s. This initiative aligns with Meta's commitment to environmental sustainability and addresses the escalating
Energy
GE Vernova, through its subsidiary GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy (GEH), is advancing the deployment of its BWRX-300 small modular reactors (SMRs) across developed nations. These reactors offer a cost-effective and scalable solution for clean energy generation. BWRX-300 Small Modular Reactor The BWRX-300 is a 300 MWe water-cooled, natural circulation SMR
Energy
The explosive growth of AI is escalating energy use, leading to increased environmental concerns. Training AI models demands substantial computational power, resulting in higher electricity usage and increased greenhouse gas emissions. For instance, a single AI query can consume up to ten times more energy than a standard internet search.
Energy
Nuclear fusion, the process that powers the sun, has long been a goal for generating clean and virtually limitless energy on Earth. Recent advancements suggest that achieving practical fusion power may be closer than previously anticipated. Progress in Fusion Research The International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER), a major international project
Energy
U.S. natural gas producers are set to increase output in 2025, reversing the production cuts experienced in 2024. This anticipated rise is driven by expectations of higher prices and increased demand from liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facilities. In 2024, the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) reported a
Energy
The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing is significantly increasing global energy consumption, potentially hindering the transition to clean energy. Data centers, essential for AI operations, are experiencing unprecedented growth, leading to a surge in electricity demand. This escalation is prompting utilities to rely more on fossil
Military & Defense
The United States has unveiled El Capitan, the world’s fastest supercomputer, at the SC Conference for supercomputing in Atlanta, Georgia. Designed to maintain the safety and reliability of the U.S. nuclear stockpile, El Capitan marks a major milestone in computational power. A New Era of Simulated Testing Following
Environment
On November 12, 2024, a Dutch appeals court overturned a 2021 ruling that had mandated Shell to reduce its carbon emissions by 45% by 2030. The original decision was hailed as a landmark in holding corporations accountable for their environmental impact. However, the appeals court found that while Shell has
Automotive
Tesla has once again achieved a market capitalization exceeding $1 trillion, marking a significant milestone for the electric vehicle manufacturer. This resurgence follows a substantial 27% increase in Tesla's stock over the past week, culminating in a 6% rise on Friday, November 8, 2024. The recent surge in
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Mark Zuckerberg's plan to build a nuclear-powered data center for Meta's AI operations has encountered an unexpected obstacle: environmental concerns over its potential impact on local bee populations. The proposed facility aims to utilize nuclear energy to meet the substantial power demands of advanced AI systems,
Energy
Interest in nuclear fusion technology has surged, with tech leaders and venture capitalists increasingly investing in companies pioneering this potential clean energy breakthrough. Unlike nuclear fission, which splits atoms and produces significant radioactive waste, fusion creates energy by combining atomic nuclei, generating minimal waste and abundant energy. This shift is
Automotive
Mercedes-Benz has launched its first electric vehicle (EV) battery recycling facility in Kuppenheim, Germany, marking a significant step toward sustainable manufacturing. The new plant, which runs on 100% solar energy, reflects the company’s commitment to a closed-loop battery supply chain and aims to recover more than 96% of valuable